Volunteer Peer Mentor - For the Forward Trust
Forward Trust
What We’re Looking For: No formal qualifications required Excellent listening skills & a non-judgmental approach Lived experience (e.g., criminal justice, mental health, addiction, or supporting family through these) A passion for helping others turn their lives around
Use your lived experience to inspire change! Become a Peer Mentor supporting people on probation to build confidence and brighter futures. Have you overcome challenges in life and want to use your experience to inspire others? We’re recruiting Peer Mentors with lived experience to support people on probation in the community or preparing for release from prison. As a Peer Mentor, you’ll: ✨ Walk alongside Service Users (SUs) to appointments and community activities ✨ Provide encouragement and advocacy to those at risk of disengaging ✨ Coach and mentor SUs to build confidence, motivation, and self-belief ✨ Support positive reintegration through tailored activities (e.g., gym sessions, volunteering, places of worship) ✨ Empower people to move away from negative influences and create brighter futures 💡 Why Join Us? Access to professional training & CPD opportunities Work towards a Level 2 Award in Mentoring Be part of a supportive, values-driven team where your story makes a difference
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Basic IT skills - internet & email, Managing People, Organising & Planning
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